Mayelli Flores, fresh off an electrifying undisputed title showdown with Ellie Scotney, has officially joined Jake Paul’s Most Valuable Promotions (MVP). She isn’t the only newcomer; Irma Garcia, who secured a third‑round TKO over Emma Dolan to retain the IBF super‑flyweight belt on the same card, also signed on with the promotion. These two signings arrive alongside a cohort of established champions that MVP has already gathered, including unified light‑flyweight champion Evelin Bermúdez (holding the WBO, WBA and IBF belts), Mexico’s WBC light‑flyweight titleholder Lourdes Juárez, and American bantamweight contender Brittany Sims.
Flores, a former WBA super‑bantamweight world champion hailing from Mexico City, first stepped into the professional ring in 2014. At just 4 feet 11 inches tall, she quickly earned a reputation for relentless pressure and a high‑volume punching style that overwhelms opponents. Early in her career she earned a narrow loss in a world‑title bid against Yulihan Luna, but she rebounded by capturing the WBA 122‑pound crown in May of last year, edging out Nazarena Romero via split decision in Kissimmee, Florida.
Now 33, Flores is celebrated for her durability, stamina and willingness to trade blows in the pocket, proudly representing Mexico as she climbs the ranks of the sport’s elite. Her MVP debut came on the inaugural MVPW‑01 event, where she faced Scotney in a double‑main‑event bout for the undisputed world title, delivering an instant classic that delighted fans worldwide. Irma "La Torbellino" Garcia brings a uniquely diverse background to MVP. In addition to her boxing career, she serves as an attorney, a police officer, and a member of the Secretariat of Citizen Security for Mexico City.
Inside the squared circle, Garcia has already captured two world championships: she previously held the WBA bantamweight title at 118 pounds and now carries the IBF super‑flyweight belt. Her most recent defense came against top‑ranked challenger Emma Dolan on the MVPW‑01 card, where she knocked Dolan down twice before finishing her with a third‑round technical knockout. After the victory, Garcia expressed her enthusiasm for the new partnership, stating, "I feel very happy for this great opportunity that Most Valuable Promotions has given us. Without a doubt, being part of their roster of fighters helps position me to establish myself among the best in the world, and I know that with their support we will achieve the world title unification.
Thank you, MVP, for believing in my discipline, talent, and experience. We're going to keep making history." The latest wave of signings underscores MVP’s strategic push to become the premier global home for women’s boxing. Co‑founders Jake Paul and Nakisa Bidarian highlighted the significance of the additions, noting that Evelin Bermúdez, Lourdes Juárez, Irma Garcia, Mayelli Flores, Brittany Sims and rising star Roxy form the backbone of MVP’s roster.
They represent a mix of reigning world champions, top‑ranked contenders and next‑generation talent. By deepening its investment in key markets such as Argentina, Mexico and the United States, MVP aims to assemble a roster of elite athletes and produce the match‑ups fans crave, thereby elevating the sport on an international stage.
Looking ahead, MVP has already mapped out a series of high‑profile events to showcase its newly signed fighters. Lourdes Juárez is slated to make her promotional debut on the quadruple‑championship main card of MVPW‑03, scheduled for Saturday, May 30. This event will feature multiple title bouts across different weight classes, further cementing MVP’s reputation as a hub for championship‑level competition. The promotion also plans to continue expanding its digital presence, offering contract‑free streaming options through platforms like NOW and providing fans with weekly podcasts such as Toe2Toe, which delve into the sport’s latest developments and fighter interviews.
In addition to the marquee signings, MVP is committed to improving the fan experience. Viewers are encouraged to use Chrome browsers for optimal video playback, ensuring a smoother and more accessible streaming experience. This focus on technology reflects MVP’s broader mission to modernize boxing promotion, making high‑quality content readily available to a global audience.
Overall, the addition of Flores and Garcia to MVP’s stable marks a pivotal moment for women’s boxing. Both athletes bring a blend of skill, determination and marketability that aligns with MVP’s vision of creating a world‑class platform for female fighters.
As they prepare for their upcoming bouts under the MVP banner, fans can anticipate exciting match‑ups, compelling storylines and a continued rise in the visibility of women’s boxing on the world stage.